Location: Azaz , Syrian Arab Republic
Deadline: 20 April 2020
Description of duties:
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Security Advisor, the Security Officer provides efficient and effective support to the WHH activities, staff and assets in the Syria (Azaz) office; in particular:
Reporting/Information gathering and sharing
Establish and maintain a network of security contacts including (but not limited to) Local Authorities /specifically police, military and local government where appropriate), UN, NGOs, and Civil Society Groups.
Write WHH security reports/updates as requested by the immediate supervisor.
Keep the incident tracking database for Syria updated daily.
Ensure Incident Reports are written correctly and submitted in a timely manner.
Representation
Attend and actively participate in the relevant external meetings in the area.
Attend and actively participate in WHH internal meetings as required.
Support to program/projects
Conduct regular field security monitoring visits to existing WHH project locations.
Conduct field/location security assessments to potential needs in the project areas and make security-related recommendations.
Perform the basic security training to staff.
Policies and Procedures
Draft and review of security-related SOPs and security management/policy documents.
Vehicle Security
Ensure vehicles have appropriate equipment.
Ensure vehicles are appropriate for conditions.
Ensure drivers have appropriate security-related training.
Perform monitoring field trips with regular communications checks.
Facilities Security
Ensure WHH offices are appropriately secured and international staff housing meets minimum standards.
Ensure that firefighting equipment well maintained, and staff trained on its use.
Any other relevant duties as requested by the immediate supervisor.
Qualification Required:
Education: Bachelor's Degree or relevant vocational training
Working experience: Minimum 3 years of working experience with an INGO/NGO. Experience in local security organs such as Police/Military is an asset.
Skills: A detailed understanding of security and cultural context of Syria (especially the opposites-controlled areas)
Personality requirements: Ability to integrate into a transcultural team, hardworking, good communication skills, ability to motivate and develop skills of others, attentive to detail, co-operative, ability to work calmly under difficult and sometimes stressful conditions, availability to spend a good part of working time on the field
Language Skills: Fluent English and Arabic (Written and spoken) are required. Proven report skills in the English language and the ability to provide analysis on the security context is an asset. Turkish would be looked upon favorably.
Whilst employed by Welthungerhilfe, the Security Officer is obliged to maintain confidentiality regarding all information obtained in the course of work.
How to apply
Submit a letter of motivation and CV in English to: xxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxx.com
(Email is available to Members / Subscribers ONLY )
Deadline: 20 April 2020
Description of duties:
Under the direct supervision of the Regional Security Advisor, the Security Officer provides efficient and effective support to the WHH activities, staff and assets in the Syria (Azaz) office; in particular:
Reporting/Information gathering and sharing
Establish and maintain a network of security contacts including (but not limited to) Local Authorities /specifically police, military and local government where appropriate), UN, NGOs, and Civil Society Groups.
Write WHH security reports/updates as requested by the immediate supervisor.
Keep the incident tracking database for Syria updated daily.
Ensure Incident Reports are written correctly and submitted in a timely manner.
Representation
Attend and actively participate in the relevant external meetings in the area.
Attend and actively participate in WHH internal meetings as required.
Support to program/projects
Conduct regular field security monitoring visits to existing WHH project locations.
Conduct field/location security assessments to potential needs in the project areas and make security-related recommendations.
Perform the basic security training to staff.
Policies and Procedures
Draft and review of security-related SOPs and security management/policy documents.
Vehicle Security
Ensure vehicles have appropriate equipment.
Ensure vehicles are appropriate for conditions.
Ensure drivers have appropriate security-related training.
Perform monitoring field trips with regular communications checks.
Facilities Security
Ensure WHH offices are appropriately secured and international staff housing meets minimum standards.
Ensure that firefighting equipment well maintained, and staff trained on its use.
Any other relevant duties as requested by the immediate supervisor.
Qualification Required:
Education: Bachelor's Degree or relevant vocational training
Working experience: Minimum 3 years of working experience with an INGO/NGO. Experience in local security organs such as Police/Military is an asset.
Skills: A detailed understanding of security and cultural context of Syria (especially the opposites-controlled areas)
Personality requirements: Ability to integrate into a transcultural team, hardworking, good communication skills, ability to motivate and develop skills of others, attentive to detail, co-operative, ability to work calmly under difficult and sometimes stressful conditions, availability to spend a good part of working time on the field
Language Skills: Fluent English and Arabic (Written and spoken) are required. Proven report skills in the English language and the ability to provide analysis on the security context is an asset. Turkish would be looked upon favorably.
Whilst employed by Welthungerhilfe, the Security Officer is obliged to maintain confidentiality regarding all information obtained in the course of work.
How to apply
Submit a letter of motivation and CV in English to: xxxxxxxx@xxxxxxxx.com
(Email is available to Members / Subscribers ONLY )